The Moon Flashcards

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Gravitational

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of or relating to the force of attraction between two masses

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Rotation

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A circular movement

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Revolve

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move in a circle on a central axis.

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Satellite

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A satellite is a moon, planet or machine that orbits a planet or star

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Atmosphere

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the layers of gases surrounding a planet or other celestial body

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Reflect

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to throw back light or sound

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Moon

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orbit planets and asteroids in our solar system

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Tides

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very long-period waves that move through the ocean in response to the forces exerted by the moon and sun

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Non-luminous

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Not capable of producing light, but possibly capable of reflecting light from another source

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